Are you happily married? If yes, then you probably discuss everything with your spouse and also get suggestions, like the color of the walls, which dress to wear, which dinner plates to buy and many more. Isn’t it? Well, that great. Wait, do you discuss your finances, as well? Dear reader, money sometimes can overpower your relationship. It is not just a thought process, but it is time tested. On the basis of a study, it has been found that couples who fight over their finances on a regular basis are more likely to get separated from each other. This ‘more likely’ percentage is near about 30 %. Read on.
Eliminate the chances of divorce
You can beat the scary statistics mentioned above. Do you know how? It’s just by sharing each and every bit of information regarding your finances with your partner. Right from your credit cards and other loans including student, mortgages or any other, you should not hide anything from you better half. You never know, your partner might help you with some smart solutions in this regard. A healthy financial communication can help you become a debt-free and stress-free couple. If you are finding it difficult to break the ice, the following tips might help you with the same.
Always be upfront
It is quite understandable that money talks can be taxing. This is the reason why a realistic and upfront explanation is very important. Sit down with your partner and discuss everything clearly, like – your gross income, any outstanding loans, any defaults in repayments and how much you have progressed or not progressed towards repaying your installment loans. After your discussion, you should chalk out a budget. This should include, your monthly expenditure, your loan amounts and other important finance related events. This will help you in organizing for finances in a better way and make you able to achieve your forthcoming financial goals.
Lawfully wedded husband and wife
After getting married your life changes a lot, not only in the terms of family responsibilities, but also financial ones. For example – you and your spouse have co-signed a form while taking a loan. In this case, both of you are liable to pay off the debts on time. If you are unable to meet the requirements of repayments, then your partner must have to and vice-versa. Otherwise, your creditor(s) can take the actions mentioned in the agreement. This is why, it is very important to understand the laws related to the loans and what will happen when you default.
Don’t mix up your finances
Sharing everything and planning together is good, but you should never combine your finances. This will help you organize your savings and debts in a proper way. At least you will get an idea about the amount you need to pay, separately. So, when you or your partner default, the either will be able to help the indebted one along with your own debts. This is how you will be able to manage your finances, effectively and timely. Love and emotions should not come in between your finances.